Underwater Warfare Market by Systems (Sonar, Electronic Warfare, Weapons, Communications, Unmanned), Platform (Submarine, Surface Ship, Naval Helicopter), Capability (Attack, Protect, Support) and Region - Global Forecast to 2028
[214 Pages Report] The Underwater Warfare Market is projected to grow from USD 3.7 Billion in 2023 to USD 5.7 Billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 9.0%. The rise in need for advanced technology based underwater warfare systems. There is rising demand for modernizing underwater warfare platforms based on advance technologies. Government across the globe are modernizing their navies by investing in the development of Underwater Warfare Industry solutions to counter future underwater threats.
Underwater Warfare Market Forecast to 2028
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Underwater Warfare Market Dynamics
Driver: Development and Deployment of Advance Sonar Technologies for Underwater Warfare
The rising technological advancements in underwater defense systems are one of the key drivers for the growth of the underwater warfare market. The nations globally increasingly recognize the strategic importance of securing their maritime borders and interests and there has been a rise in the development and deployment of advanced technologies tailored for underwater defense. The adoption of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), equipped with advanced sensors and communication systems, enables enhanced surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities in underwater environments. The advancements in sonar technologies have improved detection and tracking capabilities by allowing more effective monitoring of submarine activities. The integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms has enhanced the analysis of vast amounts of underwater data which enables quick and more accurate decision-making. The development of stealth technologies such as advanced coatings and materials has also contributed to making underwater assets more abstract and difficult to detect.
Restraints: High Cost of Underwater Warfare Systems
Underwater Warfare encompasses various systems and components. The manufacturing of underwater systems involves the use of highly cost specialized materials and technologies to withstand harsh underwater conditions, such as high pressure and corrosive seawater. Regular maintenance, training of personnel, and ongoing technological upgrades increase the operational costs associated with underwater systems. The protection of underwater warfare systems against potential threats, cyber threats and other threats requires additional security costs. The development of underwater warfare systems becomes a prominent restraint for due to its high cost. The cost of undersea platforms such as submarines, surface ships, and naval helicopters can cost up to billions which is not possible for various nations to purchase.
Opportunities: Development of Anti-Submarine Warfare Systems
The development of anti-submarine warfare (ASW) systems enhances the effectiveness and security of underwater warfare operations. Nations globally are aiming to strengthen their naval capabilities, countering the threat posed by submarines has become a top priority. The advancements in sonar technologies, signal processing, and data analytics have enabled the creation of more advanced Anti- anti-submarine warfare systems that can detect, track, and neutralize enemy submarines with greater precision. These systems control both active and passive sonar technologies, as well as advanced sensors, to enhance situational awareness in the underwater domain. The integration of unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) equipped with specialized ASW sensors allows for persistent surveillance and rapid response capabilities. The development of advanced ASW systems safeguards naval assets from submarine threats and provides a strategic advantage by refusing enemies the ability to operate stealthily beneath the surface.
Challenges: Environmental and Regulatory Restrictions
Environmental and regulatory regulations restrictions stand as significant challenges for underwater warfare. The US Navy is committed to operating in a manner compatible with the environment and meeting all environmental laws and regulations, with specific programs and instructions in place to ensure environmental readiness and compliance. Legal challenges have arisen under US and international environmental law which impacts the use of certain sonar systems and lead to alterations in training schedules to accommodate environmental concerns. These restrictions and legal challenges can limit the ability of naval forces to train effectively and carry out operations in underwater warfare. The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS 1982) is a comprehensive ocean treaty that requires all nations to protect and preserve the marine environment. Regulatory restrictions such as the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC) are branches of international law that govern relationships between states and the conduct of hostilities within a state. Like all naval forces, submarines must comply with the law of armed conflict (LOAC)
Underwater Warfare Market Ecosystem
Companies that design and manufacture Underwater Warfare Companies, include government firms and industries as key stakeholders in Underwater Warfare Market. Investors, funders, academic researchers, integrators, service providers, and licensing authorities are the major influencers in this market. Prominent companies in this market include Raytheon Technologies (US), L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (US), Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel), Northrop Grumman Corporation (US) and Thyssenkrupp AG (Germany).
Based on the Systems, the Unmanned Systems Segment is Estimated to Grow at the Highest Rate During the Forecast Period
Based on the systems, the unmanned systems are estimated to grow at the highest rate. There is increasing demand for unmanned underwater systems such as Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) for mine countermeasures, surveillance and other underwater operations. The UUVs are classified generally as Autonomous Underwater vehicles (AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). AUVs are used autonomously map underwater terrain, detect and track submarines and mines, and gather valuable intelligence without risking human lives. ROVs offer high-resolution cameras, sonar, and other sensors for detailed inspections of underwater structures, and potential threats. The AUVs and ROVs play a prominent role in underwater warfare market growth.
Based on the Platform, the Surface Ships is Anticipated to Dominate the Market
Based on the platform, the surface ships holds the largest market share. Surface ships such as corvettes and frigates are widely used in underwater warfare. Surface ships plays a prominent role in Anti- submarine warfare. Surface ships carry powerful sonar systems and helicopters equipped with dipping sonar used for locating and tracking submarines. Surface ships are also used in mine warfare for mine hunting and mine sweeping operations. Destroyers and frigates are equipped with torpedoes, missiles, and depth charges to directly engage and neutralize enemy submarines. The vital role of surface ships in various underwater warfare operations drives the market growth.
The European Market is Projected to Show Highest Growth Rate for the Underwater Warfare
Europe is projected to show highest growth rate the Underwater Warfare market during the forecast period. UK is projected to show the highest growth rate for the Underwater Warfare market in Europe. The domination of the Underwater Warfare market in the Europe can be attributed due to the presence of various key players and increasing investment by them for development and deployment of various underwater warfare platforms. The Royal UK Navy is investing heavily in the development of Advance technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cyber Security in the development of various underwater warfare platforms for modernizing their naval fleet.
Underwater Warfare Market by Region
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Underwater Warfare Industry Companies: Top Key Market Players
The Underwater Warfare Companies is dominated by a few globally established players such as Raytheon Technologies (US), L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (US), Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel), Northrop Grumman Corporation (US) and Thyssenkrupp AG (Germany) some of the leading players operating in the Underwater Warfare market; they are the key system and solution providers that secured Underwater Warfare contracts in the last few years. Major focus was given to the contracts and new product development due to the changing requirements in defense.
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Report Metric |
Details |
Estimated Market Size |
USD 3.7 Billion in 2023 |
Projected Market Size |
USD 5.7 Billion by 2028 |
Growth Rate |
9.0% |
Market Size Available for Years |
2020–2028 |
Base Year Considered |
2022 |
Forecast Period |
2023-2028 |
Forecast Units |
Value (USD Million/Billion) |
Segments Covered |
By Type, by Platform, by Capability, and by Region |
Geographies Covered |
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and the Rest of the world |
Companies Covered |
Raytheon Technologies (US), L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (US), Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel), Northrop Grumman Corporation (US) and Thyssenkrupp AG (Germany) are some of the major players in the Underwater Warfare market. (25 Companies) |
Underwater Warfare Market Highlights
The study categorizes the Underwater Warfare market based on type, platform, end user, and region.
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Subsegment |
By Systems |
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Recent Developments
- In January 2023, Raytheon Technologies:- Raytheon Technologies started building prototypes of a small torpedo that is designed to attack hostile submarines and defend the U.S. Navy’s submarines from incoming torpedoes.
- In September 2020, Thales:- Thales successfully completed demonstration of the world's first fully integrated drone-based mine countermeasures system to locate, identify and neutralize sea mines.
- In May 2020, Northrop Grumman Corporation:- Northrop Grumman Corporation unveiled a very lightweight torpedo. The lightweight torpedo provides advanced undersea warfare capabilities by increasing subsea lethality and enabling innovative concepts of operations for multiple warfighting platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Addressed by the Report:
Which are the major companies in the Underwater Warfare market? What are their major strategies to strengthen their market presence?
Some of the key players in the Underwater Warfare market are Raytheon Technologies (US), L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (US), Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel), Northrop Grumman Corporation (US) and Thyssenkrupp AG (Germany), and among others, are the key providers that secured Underwater Warfare contracts in the last few years.
What are the drivers and opportunities for the Underwater Warfare market?
The market for Underwater Warfare has grown substantially across the globe, especially in Asia Pacific. Increasing naval budgets drives the Underwater Warfare market.
Which region is expected to grow at the highest rate in the next five years?
The market in the European region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2028, showcasing strong demand for Underwater Warfare solutions in the region. Several Asia Pacific countries and organizations are also actively investing in modernizing their naval force.
What is the CAGR of the Underwater Warfare Market?
The CAGR of the Underwater Warfare Market is 9.0%.
Which segment shows the highest CAGR of the Underwater Warfare Market?
The Unmanned Systems by Systems to show the highest growth rate during the forecasted year for the Underwater Warfare Market.
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The study involved four major activities in estimating the current size of the Underwater Warfare Market. Exhaustive secondary research was done to collect information on the Underwater Warfare market, its adjacent markets, and its parent market. The next step was to validate these findings, assumptions, and sizing with industry experts across the value chain through primary research. Demand-side analyses were carried out to estimate the overall size of the market. After that, market breakdown and data triangulation procedures were used to estimate the sizes of different segments and subsegments of the Underwater Warfare market.
Secondary Research
The market ranking of companies was determined using secondary data made available through paid and unpaid sources and by analyzing the product portfolios of major companies. These companies perform on the basis of the performance and quality of their products. These data points were further validated by primary sources.
Secondary sources referred to for this research study included financial statements of companies offering Underwater Warfare products and services and information from various trade, business, and professional associations. The secondary data was collected and analyzed to arrive at the overall size of the Underwater Warfare market, which was validated by primary respondents.
Primary Research
Extensive primary research was conducted after acquiring information regarding the Underwater Warfare market scenario through secondary research. Several primary interviews were conducted with market experts from both the demand and supply sides across major countries of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and the Rest of the World, which includes Africa and Latin America. Primary data was collected through questionnaires, emails, and telephonic interviews.
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Market Size Estimation
The market sizing of the market was undertaken from the demand side. The market was upsized at a regional level based on procurements and missions planned by the country. Such procurements provide information on each application's demand aspects of Underwater Warfare.
Note: An analysis of technological, funding, year-on-year investments, and operational costs was carried out to arrive at the CAGR and understand the market dynamics of all regions in the report. The market share for all types, platforms, and end users was based on the recent and upcoming planned missions of Underwater Warfare in every region from 2023 to 2028.
Underwater Warfare Market Size: Bottom-up Approach
Underwater Warfare Market Size: Top-Down Approach
Data Triangulation
After arriving at the overall size from the market size estimation process explained above, the total market was split into several segments and subsegments. The data triangulation and market breakdown procedures explained below were implemented, wherever applicable, to complete the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics for various market segments and subsegments. The data was triangulated by studying various factors and trends from both the demand and supply sides. Along with this, the market size was validated using both the top-down and bottom-up approaches.
Market Definition
Underwater warfare, also known as undersea warfare or subsurface warfare refers to military operations conducted beneath the water surface deployed for submarines and unmanned underwater vehicles as platforms, torpedoes, sonar systems, and other underwater systems. Underwater warfare includes defensive and offensive missions such as Intelligence gathering, tracking, and attacking, defensive measures and countermeasures. Underwater warfare enhances naval capabilities and strategic defense in submerged environments using various underwater tailored solutions.
Key Stakeholders
- Government Authorities
- Regulatory Bodies
- R&D Companies
- Subsystem Manufacturers
- Naval Forces
Report Objectives
- To define, describe and forecast the Underwater Warfare market based on systems, platforms, capability, and region from 2023 to 2028
- To forecast the size of various segments of the market with respect to major regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and the Rest of the World
- To identify and analyze key drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges influencing the growth of the market across the globe
- To strategically analyze micromarkets1 with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and their contribution to the market
- To analyze opportunities for stakeholders in the market by identifying key market trends
- To analyze competitive developments such as contracts, acquisitions, agreements, joint ventures & partnerships, and research & development (R&D) activities in the market
- To provide a detailed competitive landscape of the -market, in addition to an analysis of business and corporate strategies adopted by leading market players
- To strategically profile key market players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies2.
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Growth opportunities and latent adjacency in Underwater Warfare Market